CA Employment Application

If you're seeking employment with an organization that understands your needs, look no further than the Columbia Association. We value you and your experience. We're looking for bright, friendly people who enjoy working with people, who are hard working and who believe in CA's mission: To enhance the quality of life for people living and working in Columbia.

If you see a job you are interested in please download an employment application and send it along with your resume or letters of interest as specified in the announcement.

Please note: You must be applying for one of the specific jobs listed here. The Columbia Association is unable to accept unsolicited resumes or applications.

CA is a drug-free workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer

Positions Available

Supreme Sports Club Job Fair
Saturday, October 2, 1 to 3 p.m.
Part-time (year-round)
Supreme Sports Club is looking for bright, friendly people who enjoy working with people, are hard-working and believe in CA's mission to enhance the quality of life for people living and working in Columbia. Job opportunities are available in many departments, including fitness, front desk, manager-on-duty, skating, arena, Courtside Cafe and housekeeping. Previous customer service experience is preferred. Supreme Sports Club is open 24/7 to meet the needs of its members, so applicants must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Please bring multiple copies of your completed employment application (available at link above), resume and cover letter to the fair. For more information, please call 410-381-5355. Supreme Spots Club is located at 7080 Deepage Drive in Columbia.

Urban Planning and Community Development Intern
Community Development and Sustainability Bureau
Part-time
CA's Community Development and Sustainability Bureau is now seeking a qualified candidate for an exciting unpaid internship opportunity in urban planning and community development. Hands-on experience to improve the livability, connectivity and vitality of a community of 100,000 people await a motivated, energetic conscientious college student who is seeking an accredited internship. Duties may include civic engagement, research on best practices and GIS mapping in support of community planning projects; writing/documentation for community development projects; writing/documentation for community development projects and initiatives; agency coordination and more. If interested, please e-mail cover letter, including daytime hours you are available for internship, and resume to Jane Dembner, Director of Community Planning at Jane.Dembner@ColumbiaAssociation.com. The deadline to apply is Friday, September 10. All applicants must be pursuing a college or graduate degree in planning or a related field in a program requiring an unpaid internship and be approved by their collegiate institution.

Recreation Assistant
Community Services
Part-time
CA is looking for a recreation assistant who will be responsible for assisting in researching, developing, implementing, planning, coordinating and conducting educational, social and recreational programs as outlined in the Drop-In Open Recreation and Enrichment Program grant for youth and teens grades 4-12. PTDS will have a working knowledge of all aspects of CA's Personal Training program. This position is located in the Columbia Teen Center in the Oakland Mills Village Center. Please send resumes or applications to Rene Buckmon at Rene.Buckmon@ColumbiaAssociation.com. For more information, please call 410-992-3726. Applications or resumes must be received by Friday, October 1. This is a grant-funded part-time position. Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE

Personal Training Development Supervisor (PTDS)
Sport & Fitness
Part-time (Year-round)
CA is looking for business-minded individuals to oversee the Personal Training programs at the Supreme Sports Club, Columbia Gym and Columbia Athletic Club. Under the direction of the CA Director of Personal Training, the PTDS will be challenged with increasing personal training business for CA. PTDS will have a working knowledge of all aspects of CA's Personal Training program. Candidate must possess excellent communication, customer service and sales skills and must meet all requirements of a CA Personal Trainer. Applicants must have at least 2 years of experience working as a Personal Trainer. Generous starting salary, plus monthly and annual bonus potential. Some benefits will apply. For inquiries and to apply, please e-mail resumes to Same Yurko at PersonalTraining@ColumbiaAssociation.com by Friday, September 3. Due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE

Personal Trainer
Sport & Fitness
Part-time
CA is looking for qualified personal trainers who can provide fun safe and results-oriented one-on-one, small group and large fitness training services and programs to CA and community members. Candidates must be business-minded with strong communication, customer service and sales skills. Trainers are responsible for prospecting and meeting session goals. Must have at least a current Personal Training certification through an NCCA accredited certifying organization. Experience as a personal trainer and college degree preferred but not required. Compensation is based on commission with potential for an hourly bonus, CEC stipend and paid time off (sick/vacation). To apply, please e-mail resume to Sam Yurko at PersonalTraining@ColumbiaAssociation.com by Thursday, September 30. Due to high volume of applications received, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE

Project Manager (CSS)
Administrative Services
Full-time (Temporary)
CA is in search of a highly qualified Project Manager who will be responsible for the successful launch of the Customer Service System (CSS) custom-developed software project. This position is required to assess the custom-developed software program currently in production to determine if the application meets the functional and business requirements established, is built on solid architectural foundation, can be sustained and maintained for many years, and has the capability to support future modifications. The Project Manager will make a recommendation as to the viability of the current application and provide options to proceed accordingly. This is a temporary, full-time position until the completion of the CSS project. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field with an MBA highly desired and ten (10)+ years of progressively responsible IT project management experience in application development. Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification is highly desirable. Send resumes to Human.Resources@ColumbiaAssociation.com. Deadline to apply is Friday, September 10. Due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE

Recording Secretary - CA Board of Directors
Office of the President
Part-time
CA seeks a Recording Secretary for Board of Directors meetings. This is a part-time, evening position reporting to the Executive Assistant to the President. The Recording Secretary will (i) monitor audit recording equipment during meetings; (ii) prepare draft meeting minutes; (iii) prepare talking points during meetings for use by CA Board Members/staff for communication with the public and media; and (iv) work with Board Committee Chairpersons/ Chief Staff Liaisons as necessary. Experience drafting meeting minutes required, and talking points preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required, and audio recording equipment preferred. Excellent verbal and writee communications skills needed. Must be able to work evenings. Please e-mail resume to Human.Resources@ColumbiaAssociation.com by Thursday, September 16. Due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE

Child Care Aides/Teachers/Directors
School Age Services
Part-time
School Age Services is currently hiring all positions for the 2010-2011 school year. Two shifts are available: 6:45 to 9: 15 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. Must be able to travel to 20 locations within Columbia. Teachers and Directors must possess MSDE license for School Age positions. Please e-mail resumes or applications to Bunny.Egerton@ColumbiaAssociation.com by September 8. EOE

Purchasing Specialist
Financial Services
Full-time
Under the supervision of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Specialist supports all aspects of the purchasing function to include preparation of Invitation for Bids and Request for Proposals for a wide variety of commodities and services. The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for the acquisition of goods and services throughout the complete purchasing cycle from development of scope of work through project close-out. The Purchasing Specialist will ensure CA business is conducted in a fair and open environment in full compliance with CA policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations and ensure compliance of the purchasing policy by all team members with purchasing responsibilities. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is essential. Bachelor's degree and CPPB certification preferred. Send resumes to Human.Resources@ColumbiaAssociation.com. Hiring range is $45,000-$50,000, commensurate with experience. due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Deadline to respond is September 15. EOE

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